22 December 2017

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I was enthralled by this myself. True story. I wonder what these guys actually did when they were released. In fact, not just convicts, I found tons of stories of men who knit. Myself, I never could get the hang of it. I made one pathetic scarf years ago. I’ll stick to art. 😉 Thank you.

Cynical indeed. Did you happen to click the link after the story? It will take you to a video with the true story. I suspect the prison is judicial in which men are allowed to knit in a controlled environment. And the needles are left behind when the session’s over. 😉 Thanks for coming by. 😀

I myself could never make knitting needles behave. Years ago I made a pathetic attempt at a scarf which my dear father in law accepted graciously as a Christmas gift. Thank you re my story. 😀 Happy Christmas.

I’ve dabbled with a bit of crochet a long time ago. I was pretty decent at it and let’s leave it at that. 😀 This was a beautiful story, Rochelle. The youtube link you had provided was pretty awesome too.

Absolutely loved that – especially the last line!
Due to the holiday season I don’t think I’ll be contributing with a story for a couple of weeks, but will still try to find time to dip in and read some of these. 🙂

A great story. I also enjoyed the video clip. I really believe that our prison system can be really messed up and more programs like this are needed, particularly for anybody that will walk the streets again, as these inmates will. It helps both the inmates and larger society – win-win.

Our prison system is definitely in a mell of a hess. Granted, there are hardened criminals who are past hope. But,in many cases, the prison system reinforces criminal behavior. 😦 Glad you liked my story. 😀 Thank you.

I tried to knit once, but my mother put corks on the ends of both needles as I was not allowed to play with sharp objects. Needless to say, the finished piece looked more like a fishing net than a scarf.

I thought all convicts came out as either preachers or lawyers. I guess knitting helps them pass the time while watch soap operas and Jerry Springer.

Better a knitter than a…well you know…The image of you knitting with corks on the end of the needles is an amusing one. My one and only attempt at knitting was slightly less than successful. it was also my last attempt. Perhaps if I’d been a captive student I would’ve fared better. 😉 Thanks for …achoo!…coming…haaack….by.

This is great. I used to take an AA meeting to the prison with a few other guys. One time I was all by myself. It’s a strange feeling when they close the door and you’re alone in a room with sixty convicts. They all know you are the only one who can leave.

Brilliant, as per usual. I, for one, refuse to be cynical and believe that you have to earn a place in this special group, therefore nothing bad will happen with the needles. The prisons are filled with guys (and gals, I imagine) who don’t stand a chance to reform. Why not teach them something that is relaxing (once you get the hang of it!) and can benefit others?

I remember reading or seeing something about this a good while ago. So glad you brought it back to the fore!.

Knitting I think is a therapeutic activity but like you I have never mastered it. Your story was a lovely, yet powerful story that I think makes the prisoners feel good about themselves, makes the kids happy and certainly satisfies the reader.

I enjoyed this story and the video. It’s great to see the way that knitting engages the inmates and creates a positive and productive atmosphere. It’s also heartening that the items they produce benefit others. Thank you for sharing this.

Absolutely loved it. And it so perfectly encapsulates the Christmas spirit. In India, a few prisons have started selling goods made by prisoners recently, hopefully, it will catch on much faster. Everyone deserves a chance at redemption.

Not everyone in prison is a psycho murderer. There are those who will be back out on the streets. Teaching a skill and giving a purpose just might prevent them from returning. I agree with you about redemption. 😀 Thank you.

This is wonderful, Rochelle. Such a positive, uplifting story. Love your dialogue, which works really well. Prison is a tough balance between punishment and rehabilitation. Although many members of the public would prefer the former, the latter is much more effective in preventing reoffending. Thank you for sharing the clip too.

Thank you re my story. Happy to have you aboard. I also found this to be an amazing writing tool that taught me the truth of the the quote: Brevity is the soul of wit.” Again, thank you and a very Merry Christmas to you.

Incredible story and thought provoking. We are all multi-layered and what appears on the outside is not always what resides on the inside. Acts of kindness done are therapeutic and can bring healing, changing the heart of a man (or woman). =)

Great story. I don’t know why knitting is seen as a women’s thing. Fishermen used to knit there own Aran jumpers – it gave them something to do while searching out fish. And apparently knitting is good for behaviourally disturbed children – it affects brain waves and is a soothing activity. So possibly good for keeping tempers under control in a prison? Your story goes to show, no one is wholly bad.

I’m not sure what’s mysterious about my story. Perhaps if you click the link at the end of the story it will answer some of the questions. At any rate, thank you for reading and taking the time to comment.

All I can say is that you’re watching the wrong movies. 😉 I’m glad you enjoyed my story. However, it’s based on fact. In case you missed the link at the end of my story here’s another video.
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A Kansas City native, I've been married to my first husband Jan for over 45 years.
A trained graphic artist, my passion is creating word pictures.
"This, That and Sometimes the Other" is the title of my short story anthology published by High Hill Press.
My novel trilogy, Please Say Kaddish for Me, From Silt and Ashes, and As One Must One Can are represented by Jeanie Loiacono of Loiacono Literary Agency and published by W&B publishers.